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    78 35 hp johnson - how to get lower unit off?

    I have a 78 35 HP johnson (35EL78R) It has set for many years without use, working to get it cleaned up and going. Went to remove the lower unit to replace the impeller, can't see how to get it loose. I worked on an 85 HP motor some time ago and there was a bolt to remove on the shift lever...
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    new guy needs help again! shift left height?

    went to a '78 Evinrude 115 HP on the boat. Put new ignition coil and starter from my '75 85 HP Johnson - got spark on all 4 cylinders! doing what was recommended I put a rebuild kit for the water pump in the lower unit. Went out for a test ride last night, struggled with the control line...
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    85HP, '75 Johnson stator vs power pack?

    Still struggling with this motor... Spark is the problem. Finally got tired and ordered (4) new ignition coils and a power pack (Yes $200). Installed, seemed to idle good in the driveway for the few seconds I ran it. Put into the good ole' Mississip and right away wouldn't get up to full...
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    1975 85 HP Johnson vs 1978 115 HP ?

    I have on my boat a '75 85HP johnson. It is having some issues as detailed in prevous post. I have a '78 115HP johnson from a friend which is supposed to run, Supposed to! 1. Model 85ESL75E, serial J4314662 is it safe to assume this is 1975 as I'm doing? how come some part listings...
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    newbie - please help '75 85hp Johnson

    I have an old pontoon with the above motor. I had the carbs cleaned and the unit adjusted. It now starts easy, idles well, and when wide open just purrs. The problem is after awhile it seems to cut out 2 cylinders or so, electrical like a switch. I've been advised the water pump may not be...
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    newbie - please help '75 85hp Johnson

    I'm new to boat motors and need help to get the old pontoon back on the water! The motor above starts good, purrs great, humms wide open, then after awhile it is like a couple cylinders cut out, like a switch turns them off. Seems electrical. I was advised by one person the water pump was...
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    75 Johnson 85HP tilt/trim?

    I have a 1975 Johnson 85HP outboard. I would like to purchase a tilt/trim for it. I've been watching ebay and it is confusing. For what range of years and motor sizes would the tilt/trim fit this motor? thanks in advance. Bruce Harle
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